Are you curious about how you can strengthen your classroom or program’s connection to food and nutrition? Farm to ECE: An Introduction is designed to support you in finding ways to make those connections. This training will offer a variety of ideas and practical ways to implement them, from taste tests to gardening to field
@ @public This 4-class training series takes place from 6:30-9 pm on Tuesdays: April 14, April 28, May 12, and May 26, 2026 This 10-hour training series is Year 2 of Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL). Before registering, please note: Participants must complete all prerequisites (Child Care Basics and EQEL Year 1) before registering for EQEL Year
@ @public This 4-class training series will take place from 6:30-9 pm on Tuesdays: May 5, May 19, June 2, and June 16, 2026 This 10-hour training series is Year 1 of Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL). Before registering, please note: Participants must complete Child Care Basics before registering for EQEL Year 1. All classes
Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL) is a 20-hour training series completed over two years. EQEL is also part of PACE, the community-based training option for meeting WAC education requirements. Child Care Action Council offers EQEL Year 1 and Year 2 live-online and self-paced throughout the year. Click the Register Now button above to see all
WAPM Infant Toddler (English) The vision for implementing the Pyramid Model across the state is to develop a structure and system where all educators and care providers can support the social and emotional needs of all children in Washington. We know that children move between environments, from child care programs to developmental preschool classrooms to
This course will cover key concepts such as emotional regulation, active listening, non-verbal communication, and the importance of building strong, trusting relationships with children. Providers will also learn how to recognize early signs of distress, create a calm and supportive environment, and employ strategies that help children return to a state of emotional balance. Dates:
📅 Wednesdays: June 3 & June 17, 2026 ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM 📚 Series: *Both sessions must be attended in order to receive credit* 📍 Zoom: Link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register. 👤 Presenter(s): Jesi Sucku 💲 Cost: $25.00 (+ WA State Sales Tax) ⭐ STARS Hours: 5 📖Description: The Start
@ @public This 4-class training series takes place from 6:30-9 pm on Thursdays: June 4, June 18, July 2, and July 16, 2026 This 10-hour training series is Year 2 of Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL). Before registering, please note: Participants must complete all prerequisites (Child Care Basics and EQEL Year 1) before registering for EQEL Year
o understand how children’s behavior is influenced by the brain. // Children’s behavior is influenced by the brain. In this training, we will quickly review basic brain anatomy and then explore how connections between areas of the brain are expressed through behavior. This session will also address key factors that influence behavior, the root causes
Virtual-WA Pyramid Model: Implementing Inclusive + Equitable Pyramid Model Practices: Modules 1 and 2 (PRE-K) @ A year + worth of Stars hours! This is a VIRTUAL class taking place
*NEW HYBRID Effective Communication in a Multi-generational Workplace @ This class is taking place both online via ZOOM and in person at CCAC. If you want to be in person
VIRTUAL Quality Outdoor Interactions @ “Building Strong Educator-Child Connections in Outdoor Environments”. The outdoors presents unique opportunities for child-led exploration, social connection, and inquiry-based learning—but it also requires intentional adult
WAPM PreK (English) 6:30 PM-9:30 PM The vision for implementing the Pyramid Model across the state is to develop a structure and system where all educators and care providers can support the social and emotional needs of all children in Washington. We know that children move between environments, from childcare programs to developmental preschool classrooms
VIRTUAL Summer Activities for School-agers @ Soon school will be out, and the long summer days will stretch before you. What will you do to keep the school-agers busy and
📅 Tuesday, June 23, 2026 ⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM 📍 Zoom: Link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register. 👤 Presenter(s): Yisbely Torres 💲 Cost: $10.00 (+ WA State Sales Tax) ⭐ STARS Hours: 2 📖Description: Unlock the power of puppetry in fostering social-emotional growth in young children with our training,
*NEW-VIRTUAL Finding Our Way Through Conflict: Strengthening Relationships with Colleagues and Families @ Early childhood professionals regularly engage in complex conversations—with co-teachers, supervisors, and families. When tensions arise, the way
@ @public This 4-class training series will take place from 6:30-9 pm on Thursdays: June 25, July 9, July 23, and Aug 6, 2026 This 10-hour training series is Year 1 of Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL). Before registering, please note: Participants must complete Child Care Basics before registering for EQEL Year 1. All classes
📚 Self-Paced 📅 Course Available: Wed, July 1 through Fri, July 31 📍 Canvas: Link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register. 👤 Presenter(s): Yisbely Torres 💲 Cost: $20.00 (+ WA State Sales Tax) ⭐ STARS Hours: 4 📖 Description: This self-paced training encourages early childhood educators to view children’s behavior as a way of